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IPL 2019: No change in night match timing

IPL 2019: No change in night match timing

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

There was speculation that the BCCI was under pressure to change the timings of the night matches to 7 pm when most teams wanted the Board to stick to the 8 pm slot.

Check out BCCI's new constitution

Check out BCCI's new constitution

Rediff.com21 Aug 2018

BCCI registered its new constitution with the Registrar of Societies of Tamil Nadu in Chennai, paving the way for the Committee of Administrators (COA) to chalk out a roadmap for conducting elections.

1 thing about Anil Kumble that you probably didn't know

1 thing about Anil Kumble that you probably didn't know

Rediff.com24 Jun 2017

'Kumble was impeccable in his role as coach'

CRR hike not to affect bank profits: FinMin

CRR hike not to affect bank profits: FinMin

Rediff.com13 Dec 2006

RBI had last week announced a 0.5 per cent increase in cash reserve ratio to 5.5 per cent in two phases to absorb excess liquidity from the economy and check rising prices.

Issue SGM notice by November 16, COA instructs CK Khanna

Issue SGM notice by November 16, COA instructs CK Khanna

Rediff.com15 Nov 2017

The COA headed by Vinod Rai sent an e-mail to Khanna on Tuesday, November 14, giving him a 48-hour deadline to announce the date of the SGM.

US may remove entry bar for Indian banks

US may remove entry bar for Indian banks

Rediff.com7 Mar 2007

Branch licensing (process) for Indian banks is rather slow in the US

IDBI to sell 30% stake in Sidbi

IDBI to sell 30% stake in Sidbi

Rediff.com12 Mar 2004

IPL prize distribution ceremony almost plunged into controversy...

IPL prize distribution ceremony almost plunged into controversy...

Rediff.com13 May 2019

Diana wanted to give away IPL winners' trophy but eventually convention followed

We respect Kohli's decision, he is going to lead the team, says Ganguly

We respect Kohli's decision, he is going to lead the team, says Ganguly

Rediff.com11 Jul 2017

Former captain and BCCI's Cricket Advisory Committee member Saurav Ganguly maintained that skipper Virat Kohli will be consulted over the selection but is not the main person to decide on the issue.

Now, a historian, a retired auditor and a financial executive will run BCCI

Now, a historian, a retired auditor and a financial executive will run BCCI

Rediff.com30 Jan 2017

A historian, a retired auditor and a financial executive were among four people named by India's highest court on Monday to run the country's cricket board (BCCI).

How INDIA Can Counter Modi's Popularity

How INDIA Can Counter Modi's Popularity

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

What the INDIA alliance needs is neither a counter to Modi's tall personality and undiminished charisma nor a counter-narrative to his Hindutva agenda, now centred on the Ayodhya temple consecration on January 22, argues N Sathiya Moorthy.

SC to appoint 3 more members to BCCI's COA

SC to appoint 3 more members to BCCI's COA

Rediff.com21 Feb 2019

A bench comprising Justices S A Bobde and A M Sapre also said that they will appoint three more members to the CoA and the orders to this effect would be passed in chambers.

CoA set to hand over charge to Ganguly & Co.

CoA set to hand over charge to Ganguly & Co.

Rediff.com22 Oct 2019

The Committee of Administrators headed by ex-CAG Vinod Rai shall demit office after elected office-bearers of BCCI take charge, the Supreme Court said.

Guha doesn't want to be paid for CoA role

Guha doesn't want to be paid for CoA role

Rediff.com23 Oct 2019

Guha declined a payment of Rs 40 lakh along with another former CoA member, banker Vikram Limaye, who was to be paid Rs 50.5 lakh.

NDRF, bio, nuclear teams called in as chlorine leak causes panic in Dehradun

NDRF, bio, nuclear teams called in as chlorine leak causes panic in Dehradun

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

A chlorine gas leak in the Jhajhra area of Dehradun triggered panic on Tuesday morning, forcing people to leave their homes, officials said.

We will not sacrifice India's interest in ICC: BCCI COA

We will not sacrifice India's interest in ICC: BCCI COA

Rediff.com22 Mar 2017

The Board of Control for Cricket in India's Committee of Administrators (COA) on Wednesday made it clear that they will not sacrifice India's interests while dealing with the International Cricket Council.

Ad-hoc panel names 13-member wrestling team: Why will India go unrepresented in five categories?

Ad-hoc panel names 13-member wrestling team: Why will India go unrepresented in five categories?

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

India will go unrepresented in five categories at the upcoming Zagreb Open in Croatia as Bajrang Punia, Antim Panghal and three others didn't give consent for their selection to the ad-hoc panel that announced a 13-member team on Tuesday.

Manmohan Singh may have made a mistake: Kamal Nath

Manmohan Singh may have made a mistake: Kamal Nath

Rediff.com12 Sep 2014

After ex-Comptroller and Auditor General Vinod Rai attacked Manmohan Singh on 2G issue, Congress leader Kamal Nath on Friday said the former Prime Minister may have made a "mistake" in not acting despite his letter to him expressing concern over the spectrum allocation process.

Who is Sameer Wankhede, really?

Who is Sameer Wankhede, really?

Rediff.com18 Nov 2021

For some, he's a bully and probable 'blackmailer' who targeted the rich and famous, especially in Bollywood, for fame, and allegedly, ransom. For others, he's finally the one brave narc who decided to do his job, no matter how powerful his quarry, observes Shekhar Gupta.

Who sold us the 2G 'scam'?

Who sold us the 2G 'scam'?

Rediff.com23 Jan 2018

'And who sold this belief?' 'Public-spirited individuals' like Subramanian Swamy.' 'Independent public servants' like Vinod Rai. 'Anti-corruption activists' like Kiran Bedi. And 'outspoken television anchors' like Arnab Goswami,' says Mihir S Sharma.

Lodha reforms: State associations seek deadline extension from COA

Lodha reforms: State associations seek deadline extension from COA

Rediff.com28 Feb 2017

The Committee of Administrators (COA) running the Board of Control for Cricket in India has received multiple pleas from various state associations to extend the deadline for submitting compliance report on the Lodha recommendations till March 27.

Hrithik Roshan's 10 Whistle-Worthy Entries

Hrithik Roshan's 10 Whistle-Worthy Entries

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

Believe it or not, our desi Greek God is all of 50 today. Celebrating Bollywood's golden star with 10 of his coolest introduction scenes.

Why was Mithali dropped? COA likely to summon captain Harmanpreet...

Why was Mithali dropped? COA likely to summon captain Harmanpreet...

Rediff.com25 Nov 2018

It is learnt that Committee of Administrators could look into issues like alleged bias in team selection following Mithali Raj's controversial omission for the World T20 semi-final against England.

'CAG report ruined lives, destroyed reputations'

'CAG report ruined lives, destroyed reputations'

Rediff.com5 Jan 2018

'As someone who has had the opportunity of cross examining Vinod Rai, extensively over three days as part of the Joint Parliamentary Committee, many of us included I had concluded at that point of time that this report rests on the foundation of sand.'

IPL opening ceremony funds donated to CRPF, Armed Forces

IPL opening ceremony funds donated to CRPF, Armed Forces

Rediff.com23 Mar 2019

The Committee of Administrators (CoA), running the BCCI, had decided to cancel the glitzy opening ceremony in the wake of the Pulwama terror attack last month in which 40 CRPF personnel were killed.

Shastri thanks Srinivasan 'for having faith in my abilities'

Shastri thanks Srinivasan 'for having faith in my abilities'

Rediff.com9 Nov 2021

He also opened up on how emotional he is feeling as he bid adieu as head coach of the Indian men's team.

Finally, BCCI CEO Johri to undergo gender sensitisation classes

Finally, BCCI CEO Johri to undergo gender sensitisation classes

Rediff.com25 Jan 2019

Committee of Administrators (COA) chief Vinod Rai made it clear that Rahul Johri has no issues in attending the classes.

IPL opening ceremony scrapped, funds to go to Pulwama martyrs' families

IPL opening ceremony scrapped, funds to go to Pulwama martyrs' families

Rediff.com22 Feb 2019

The opening ceremonies of the cash-rich T20 league have been a heady mix of glitz and glamour with performances by Bollywood and international artistes.

BCCI's COA to meet Bangladesh cricket chief to discuss ICC reforms

BCCI's COA to meet Bangladesh cricket chief to discuss ICC reforms

Rediff.com11 Apr 2017

The Board of Control for Cricket in India's Committee of Administrators (COA) will meet Bangladesh Cricket Board chief Nazmul Hasan Papon on Wednesday to discuss the proposed constitutional reforms in the International Cricket Council along with the revenue sharing model.

Women's cricket used to target Edulji?

Women's cricket used to target Edulji?

Rediff.com21 Dec 2018

Edulji, who was accused of bias by ODI captain Mithali Raj following a bitter fallout with Powar, said Rangaswamy has backed her in an email that was sent to the COA as well as BCCI secretary Amitabh Choudhary.

Backed by Harmanpreet, Powar re-applies for women's coach job

Backed by Harmanpreet, Powar re-applies for women's coach job

Rediff.com11 Dec 2018

'Yes, I have applied this evening because Smriti (Mandhana), Harmanpreet (Kaur) have supported me and I can't let them (the girls) down by not applying'

It's BCCI vs CoA again!

It's BCCI vs CoA again!

Rediff.com7 Dec 2018

BCCI acting secretary shoots off letter, questions CoA's chief functioning

BCCI keeping 'all options open' on RTI

BCCI keeping 'all options open' on RTI

Rediff.com25 Apr 2018

The Law Commission had said that the BCCI should be brought under the RTI Act, noting that it falls under the definition of a public authority which has received substantial financing from the government.

Tendulkar, Ganguly and Laxman to continue as CAC members: COA

Tendulkar, Ganguly and Laxman to continue as CAC members: COA

Rediff.com21 Aug 2018

Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly and VVS Laxman will continue as members of Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) till the new constitution of the Board of Control for Cricket in India is adopted and the elections take place.

BCCI elections, NADA set to be discussed at COA meeting

BCCI elections, NADA set to be discussed at COA meeting

Rediff.com12 Aug 2019

The COA, comprising chairman Vinod Rai, Diana Edulji and Lt Gen (Retd) Ravi Thodge, will be taking stock of the situation with regard to elections of the state associations and the subsequent BCCI polls.

The '90s Bollywood Heroines Are Back!

The '90s Bollywood Heroines Are Back!

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

The OTT boom has proved a boon for a lot of hibernating '90s beauties as they rediscover themselves in exciting new avatars.

BCCI ACU urged to probe fixing allegations against Shami

BCCI ACU urged to probe fixing allegations against Shami

Rediff.com14 Mar 2018

Jahan has alleged that Shami "took money from a Pakistani woman named Alishba at the insistence of an England-based businessman Mohammad Bhai".

BCCI still seeking international ban on Pakistan despite ICC snub

BCCI still seeking international ban on Pakistan despite ICC snub

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

At its board meeting in Dubai last week, the International Cricket Council (ICC) dismissed the BCCI's request to sever ties with countries from where terrorism emanates, though the Indian Board did not make a specific reference to Pakistan.